JustBeCos Cosplay Podcast

Jinx - https://www.instagram.com/jinxiek.cos/ It's that time of year again! I visited Melbourne for Dreamhack, this time joined by my good friend Jinx! We made use of Dreamhack Melbourne's new podcast booth and recorded this episode live at the venue! Join us this episode as we talk all things cosplay and games, vibes were really riding high for this one! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

https://www.instagram.com/kiyocosplay/ Joining us from across the seas in Singapore, it's Kiyo! Kiyo is a cosplay guest who will be joining us at SMASH! in Australia later this year! In this episode, we get an insight into Kiyo's humble beginnings, what it's like working full time as a cosplayer, and how they've managed to learn their value as a professional in the industry Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

https://www.instagram.com/djharuharuka/ This week, all the way from Singapore, we're joined by DJ Haru! Haru is a special guest who will be joining us in Australia later this year at SMASH! in July! In this episode, we discuss Haru's entry into the DJ industry, how cosplay fits into the whole plan, and how they've managed to balance such a busy work/life schedule. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

https://www.instagram.com/allthepotsnpans.cos/ Joining us all the way from New York City in the US, it's Gale! Gale is one of the special guests who have been invited to join us this year at SMASH! 2024! In this episode, we discuss Gale's entry to the cosplay community, how it's helped them meet people around the world, and how the hobby has been a core piece of developing their self-confidence to where it is today. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Jacq - https://www.instagram.com/jaclynmay_/ SMASH! - https://www.instagram.com/smashcon/ SMASH! Special Guest 1 - https://www.instagram.com/djharuharuka/ SMASH! Special Guest 2 - https://www.instagram.com/allthepotsnpans.cos/ SPECIAL GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT! JustBeCos has teamed up with @smashcon to announce two special guests attending the annual convention in Sydney later this year in July! Join me this week as we speak with Jacqueline - SMASH!'s event director, as we chat about all of the things that have led Jacq to work with Australia's biggest anime convention, and all of the things that go into running a convention, as well as what it takes to be selected to become a guest at a convention! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Ash - https://www.instagram.com/dragonash.cos/ Joining us from Melbourne, this week's special guest is Ash! I met Ash at Dreamhack, Melbourne this time last year, and i'm super excited to be able to catch up with them in a couple of weeks time! Ash is one of the most bubbly, fun people i've ever met, and they've been a real joy to hang out with in the cosplay community. We sit down to chat this week about where their sense of joy comes from, and how it has helped open up opportunities for them in the industry. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Alessandro - https://www.instagram.com/_mbare_evans.cos/ Joining us all the way from Italy, it's my friend Alessandro "Mbare Evans"! Alessandro is another wonderful person I met on my travels to Japan during WCS. In this episode, we discuss the cosplay culture in Italy, why the hobby has meant so much to Alessandro over the years, and how it's helped him connect with his father. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Daniella - https://www.instagram.com/daniella.makes.things/ In this week's episode, i'm joined by the lovely Daniella from Sydney! We met at a convention early last year, and Daniella continues to be one of the kindest, most positive people i've ever met! Daniella chats with me about their entrance to the cosplay community, why they're determined to make it their full time gig, and why they turned their back on a comfortable 9-5 paycheck to pursue their passions. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Stoyan - https://www.instagram.com/stoyanureeves/ Vanya - https://www.instagram.com/wanyushacosplay/ BGCosplay - https://linktr.ee/bgcosplayshop This week's episode features a friend we met overseas in Japan during WCS - Stoyan from Team Bulgaria! Along with his partner Vanya, Stoyan has helped build bgcosplayshop - the country's largest cosplay supply store! We discuss cosplay within Bulgaria, Europe, and the importance of always trying to give back to the community you're involved in. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

TheGemCosplay - https://www.instagram.com/thegemcosplay/ This week's episode features TheGemCosplay (Gem) - a friend of mine making a splash in the Australian e-sports scene as a caster and streamer! However, it hasn't been Gem's only passion since day one, as they've been an active part of the cosplay community for the last decade. How did they get to where they are today through cosplay? Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Cosplay Coach: https://linktr.ee/tonykaroussis Today's episode features Cosplay Coach (Tony) - a good mate of mine who's making a splash in the cosplay community through "getting stronger to cosplay longer"! We explore Tony's upbringing, swapping careers, getting injured, and how he had to find the confidence and courage to start cosplaying again after leaving the scene! For anyone interested in business, fitness or some good ol' motivation, you're gonna love this episode! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

JustBeCos podcast, new season! Maia is off to Japan! It means that Jeremy is going to try change up the format of the podcast a little bit. Fewer direct topics around cosplay, but more stories, life lessons and discoveries will be told - all learnt from our own cosplay journeys! Who is "our"? Special guests may start to feature more regularly! I'll be on the lookout for people I vibe with (so the conversation stays fun!) - but if you've always been keen to jump on an episode of the podcast, keep your eyes peeled! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

We started this podcast over a year ago when we became Team Australia for the World Cosplay Summit! Now that we've actually attended the event, was it everything we thought it would be? Did it live up to the hype or was it not that big a deal? Grab the popcorn and sit tight, it's going to be a big couple of episodes! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Happy 1st Year Anniversary to the JustBeCos Podcast!! 🥳🥳🥳 Exactly one year ago, we released the very first episode of our little cosplay podcast project! One year later, we just released our 28th episode! In this episode, we talk about cosplay competitions, and why there seems to be a decline of the creation of new cosplays in recent times. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

In this episode of our podcast, we're joined by Pipachuu! Pip is a member of Melopara, a competitive cosplayer and a law student! We discuss in depth the trials and tribulations of creating cosplay while studying at the same time.

We're back from SMASH! Did you attend? Are you thinking of attending in the future? In this episode, we review our experiences in 2023 of Australia's biggest anime convention! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Mental Health, a topic so widely mentioned, so important to every individual, yet so difficult to talk about. In this episode, we discuss our own battles, our experiences with what has and hasn't helped, and it's impact on cosplay and the community as a whole. Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

INSTAGRAM! One of the biggest social media platforms on the internet, it's extremely rare to find a cosplayer without it! In this episode, we share our experiences on the platform, and our methods to maximise your presence online! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Are you good with travelling? With deadlines, expenses, and travel companions, it can sometimes be full of STRESSSSSSSSS! In this episode, we discuss some of our experiences, and the valuable things we've learnt over the years! Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/

Lets be real - every single cosplayer out there has experienced a nightmare relating to cosplay at some stage. And they're FREAKING SCARY! Naturally, it's from time restraints, or stress that's relevant to a cosplay deadline! So what kind of rituals or habits have your picked up in the middle of a con crunch? Did you know you can also listen to our podcast on while you're on the go? Spotify ➡️ https://spoti.fi/3NkLXCl Google Podcasts ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DLzGDP Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://apple.co/3T7GJLz find us- https://linktr.ee/justbecos.cast follow us online c: jeremy - https://linktr.ee/mangalphantom marmalade - https://marmaladecos.carrd.co/